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Information Minister Suspends Aide Over Unauthorized 2027 Niger Governorship Publication

Wale busari02 mins

Nigeria’s Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris Malagi, has suspended his aide, Sa’idu Enagi, following the circulation of an unauthorised political article related to the 2027 Niger State governorship election. The Ministry confirmed that the write-up, titled ‘Malagi 2027’, was published without the minister’s approval and does not represent his views. The article reportedly speculated on political developments ahead of the 2027 governorship race. In a statement on Wednesday, Rabiu Ibrahim, Special Assistant (Media) to Malagi, urged the public to disregard the publication. “Please disregard the write-up as the Honourable Minister neither directed nor approved the publication,” Ibrahim said. He added that an immediate investigation had been launched and that the aide responsible had been suspended. The ministry also addressed speculations about Malagi’s relationship with Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago, noting that both maintain a cordial and cooperative relationship for the benefit of the state. “It is noteworthy that the Honourable Minister and his home state governor enjoy a positive, mutual relationship for the greater good of Niger State, and therefore, speculations about the 2027 elections will appear inimical to these noble objectives,” the statement said. Malagi, who was nominated and confirmed as minister by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in August 2023, previously contested the 2023 APC primary for Niger State governorship but lost to Umar Bago, who went on to win the election. The minister remains focused on his federal duties at the Ministry of Information and National Orientation.

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Boko Haram: Information Minister Naive, Says Zulum

Boko Haram: Information Minister Naive Says Zulum

Fola Badmus14 mins

overnor Babagana Umara Zulum of Borno State has responded to a news report suggesting that the Minister of Information, Mohammed Idris, dismissed the governor’s concerns about the deteriorating security situation in the state. Zulum had earlier raised alarm over the resurgence of Boko Haram attacks and kidnappings, stating that the insurgents are regaining ground with minimal resistance from security forces. He made these remarks during a meeting with security agencies in Maiduguri on Tuesday, where he urged coordinated efforts to address the situation. According to Daily Trust, Boko Haram and its splinter group, the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), continue to wreak havoc in the northeast, targeting civilians and military installations and displacing thousands. However, a separate publication claimed that the Information Minister dismissed the governor’s concerns. In a swift rebuttal, Rabiu Ibrahim, Special Assistant (Media) to the Minister, issued a statement describing the publication as false and misleading. “At no time did the Minister say, ‘Ignore Zulum, Boko Haram is not taking over Borno.’ Such a headline is sensational and a deliberate act of misinformation,” the statement read. In an interview with journalists, Governor Zulum said he would not exchange words with the Minister but believed the Information Minister is unaware of the gravity of the situation. “I believe he is naive of what is happening in the country. Our discussions during the Security Council meeting were not confrontational. We merely raised the alarm over the resurgence of Boko Haram activities in Borno and emphasized the need for collaborative efforts between the state government, military, and paramilitary forces,” Zulum explained, adding that such warnings should be seen as constructive. He assured residents that proactive steps are already being taken. The governor revealed that he had met with key service chiefs in Abuja and received assurances that the military would respond robustly to the emerging threats. “Under my watch, Boko Haram will not regain the capacity they once had. We will strengthen our support to the military, and mobilize our civilian joint task force, hunters, and vigilantes,” he said. Zulum reaffirmed his commitment to restoring peace, saying, “Since taking office in 2019, we’ve made significant progress. What is happening now will not be allowed to continue unchecked.”

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